Defence deals and palace invites: UK and EU haggle before first summit since Brexit
Summary
The UK and EU are meeting in London for their first big summit since Brexit. They aim to work more closely together on global issues like security and trade, despite past challenges. The UK is also planning a state visit for France's President.Key Facts
- The UK's first summit with the EU since Brexit is happening in London.
- Global issues like the war in Ukraine and concerns about Russia and China are encouraging cooperation between the UK and EU.
- France's President Emmanuel Macron has been invited to the UK for a state visit, which is planned for July.
- The summit will result in three announcements: a joint declaration on foreign policy, an EU-UK security and defence pact, and measures to ease trade barriers.
- UK and EU leaders hope to reduce trade barriers that were a result of Brexit.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is planning to reset relations with the EU but remains cautious due to political pressures.
- The UK government faces pressure from the Eurosceptic Reform Party, which opposes closer ties with the EU.
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